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Chocolate Fudge Truffle Cheesecake

Decadent Chocolate Fudge Truffle Cheesecake to Indulge In

This Chocolate Fudge Truffle Cheesecake is an indulgent treat perfect for celebrations and cozy gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Chill Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 sleeve Graham Crackers crushed
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Baking Cocoa preferably Ghirardelli
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter use salted butter
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Bittersweet Chocolate Chips preferably Ghirardelli
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 4 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract use pure vanilla
For the Ganache Topping
  • 1 bar Semi-Sweet Chocolate
For Garnishing
  • Reddi-Wip optional
  • Chocolate Syrup optional

Equipment

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • food processor
  • double boiler
  • Medium Saucepan

Method
 

Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan.
Prepare the Crust
  1. Crush the graham crackers in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Mix with sugar and baking cocoa, then stir in melted butter. Press into the bottom of the prepared springform pan.
Melt the Chocolate
  1. Melt the bittersweet chocolate chips in a double boiler over simmering water. Stir until fully melted.
Make the Cheesecake Filling
  1. Blend cream cheese in a food processor until smooth. Gradually add sugars and cocoa, mixing well. Add eggs one at a time, then add cream and vanilla, mixing until creamy. Combine with melted chocolate.
Bake the Cheesecake
  1. Pour filling into the crust and bake for 75-80 minutes until the center jiggles slightly but is not liquid.
Chill the Cheesecake
  1. Let the cheesecake cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for 4-6 hours or overnight.
Prepare the Ganache
  1. Heat heavy cream and melted butter in a saucepan until simmering. Remove from heat, add chopped chocolate, and stir until melted.
Add the Ganache
  1. Pour ganache over the chilled cheesecake, spreading evenly. Allow to set at room temperature for about an hour.
Slice and Serve
  1. Remove from springform pan and slice with a sharp knife, cleaning the blade between slices. Garnish with Reddi-Wip and chocolate syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 7gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality chocolate and ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.

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